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Interior
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Luxury
4.5 star property
8.8

Excellent

European charm with luxurious ambiance

Exquisitely decorated with artistic details, this historic property exudes European charm and luxurious ambiance. Delight in the fantastic dining at Le Cavalier, unwind in beautifully appointed rooms, and enjoy the attentive service that elevates your stay.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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42 West 11th Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801
  • Place, The Playhouse on Rodney Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Opera House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Riverwalk
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Heritage)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Heritage)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed (Heritage)

Room, 1 King Bed (Heritage)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds

Luxury Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 King Bed (1200 SqFt)

Suite, 1 King Bed (1200 SqFt)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Signature Suite (ADA COMPLIANT)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Signature Suite

Signature Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Bathroom

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Wilmington

With a stay at Hotel Du Pont, you'll be centrally located in Wilmington, steps from The Playhouse on Rodney Square and within a 5-minute walk of Grand Opera House. .This luxury hotel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Delaware Art Museum and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Nemours Mansion and Gardens.

What's nearby

  • The Playhouse on Rodney Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grand Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • World Cafe Live at the Queen - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wilmington Riverwalk - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, DE (ZWI-Wilmington Train Station) - 16 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DE.CO Food Hall - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chelsea Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brew Ha-Ha! - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Roost Pub & Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wilma’s - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Du Pont

Hotel Du Pont offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Wilmington hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour health club.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open select days.
Make yourself at home in one of the 217 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and facials. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy French cuisine at The Green Room, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, limo/town car service, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Wilmington? This hotel has 25000 square feet (2323 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 19 meeting rooms.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
The Green Room - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The Lobby Lounge - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 175 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Green Room
  • The Lobby Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Full-service spa
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 19 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (25,000 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 12 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1913
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 175 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Hotel Du Pont Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 658 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 658 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 658 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 658 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 658 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Every employee that we encountered was friendly, professional, and helpful. Our room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The Christmas tree in the lobby was beautiful and created a magical, holiday vibe. Breakfast at the restaurant was delicious and plentiful. We loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The gentleman at the desk when we arrived late was so sweet and made us feel very welcomed. He had our keys ready and asked if we needed anything since it was late, offered us a late check out to allow us to sleep in. Beautiful room and the bed was so comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Kathryn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful hotel. Our room was clean, spacious and very comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel's restaurant is also very good. I highly recommend Hotel Du Pont.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was nice and welcoming. Anytime we needed anything the were very prompt in taking care of it. We will retrun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the Hotel Du Pont. The room was beautiful, the staff was friendly and helpful, and the restaurant provided two delicious meals. Our only suggestion to make a great stay even better is to add a pillow top to the less-than-comfy mattress. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic hotel, restaurant and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Wonderful, pleasant and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would have given 5stars all around but for the empty body wash container attached to the wall in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter J

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just perfect…
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashutosh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old school charm!

Wonderful experience! The Hotel DuPont is a lovely hotel that harkens back to the Gilded Age! Very well maintained with a friendly and helpful staff. The restaurant is very good (and elegant) and it is walking distance to all the fun bars and restaurants on Market Street.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin, Chestnut Hill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Housekeeping came by around 930am We told them we would be leaving around 1030. They really never came back. We saw someone who gave us towels but that was it.
One of the ballroom walls
Ceiling in lobby
Riverfront walk
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This is not a 5-star hotel!

This hotel has long since passed its prime! It's probably the only so-called 5-star hotel that charges $437.90(incidentals) for a single night's stay! What a scandal!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sid

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jaime Anne

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025